TDK’s Water-Resistant Trek 360 Speaker

The compact wireless speaker, in a cube shape, delivers sound from five sides

The market for wireless speakers has reached near-saturation point with just about every electronics company throwing their hat into the ring. In this sea of gimmicky, tinny sounding gadgets, a few makers—mostly audio specialists and companies dedicated to the category—stand out. Offering a sound solution for those who aren’t afraid to get wet and a little dirty, but certainly aren’t willing to sacrifice sound quality, …

Wood Burl Coffee Roasters

Outstanding single origin coffee roasted in small batches in Dayton, Ohio

Picking up a bag of fresh, locally roasted coffee is no longer limited to major cities. After 10 years working professionally in the coffee business, Brett Barker decided to turn his personal hobby of home roasting into a full-time job. Setting up shop in Dayton, Ohio, Barker quickly developed an impassioned following over the past year with Wood Burl Coffee Roasters. “I believe what sets …

Kustaa Saksi for Marimekko Spring 2015

Deep water flora and fauna serve as the inspiration for this all-Finnish collaborative collection

Few brands garner instant recognition with just a glance at a single pattern, but Marimekko is surely one of them. The beloved Finnish labelfirst made popular in the US in the swinging ’60sis a longtime favorite for their bright yet tasteful home wares, fabrics, accessories and apparel offerings alike. For Spring 2015, the brand partnered with fellow Finn, surrealist textile artist Kustaa Saksi. Saksi brings …